How to Create the Perfect Antipasti Platter

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Fall is my favorite time of year. It brings so many opportunities to gather together and there’s nothing better than sitting around a table with good friends, food and drink. When I entertain, I love to put together a great antipasti platter that can be left out, allowing guests to “graze” and enjoy over the entire event or get-together. And the thing with an antipasti platter is that it’s really easy to put together once you’ve picked up all of the options at the store. There isn’t much prep work and once you style your platter, the results can be really impressive.

To plan your antipasti spread, decide on a combination of flavors. Think salty, sweet, or spicy. Choose a variety of charcuterie, nuts, cheeses and olives.

You can also use a combination of dried and fresh fruits. You can also use marinated artichoke hearts, cherry peppers and peperoncino. You’ll also want to think about the texture each item offers. For example, use soft and hard cheeses, like mozzarella and Parmigiano. For charcuterie, a hard salami vs. a thin-sliced prosciutto.

I also always include nuts to add a crunch and balance the other flavors and textures. My favorite are Sahale Snacks Naturally Pomegranate Flavored Pistachios Glazed Mix (Includes Whole Roasted Pistachios and Almonds, Cherries and pomegranate flavored apples, Lemon and Black Pepper!).

Not only do these add a salty, sweet and crunchy element to your antipasti platter, they are also Non-GMO Project Verified and Kosher. Every bite of these snacks is an experience – I love all of the elements and flavors that go into each. You can have them in a bowl as part of your platter. I like to use them as a topping on crunchy toast creations – topping crunchy italian bread with ricotta and some of the Sahale Snacks mix. Yum!

Like the nuts, it’s okay to buy pre-made for your ingredients. That’s what keeps you out of the kitchen and enjoying time with your guests. Make your platter ahead, and have it ready when guests arrive.

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